Detectives and Criminal Investigators Jobs Pay in Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD
Average Hourly Pay
$65.29
104.0%Above national average
Range: $62.18 – $68.40
Average Annual Pay
$135,801
104.0%Above national average
Range: $129,334 – $142,268
How much do Detectives and Criminal Investigators make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
Entry Level
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$55.50/hr
Range: $52.85 – $58.14
Annual Rate
$115,431
Range: $109,934 – $120,928
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$65.29/hr
Range: $62.18 – $68.40
Annual Rate
$135,801
Range: $129,334 – $142,268
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$75.08/hr
Range: $71.51 – $78.66
Annual Rate
$156,171
Range: $148,734 – $163,608
Detectives and Criminal Investigators job description
Detectives and Criminal Investigators professionals protect people, property, and assets. They monitor premises, respond to incidents, and maintain a safe environment through vigilant observation and quick response.
Responsibilities
- •Monitor premises and surveillance systems
- •Patrol assigned areas
- •Respond to security incidents
- •Control access to facilities
- •Write incident reports
- •Assist visitors and employees
Skills
- •Observation and awareness
- •Communication skills
- •Physical fitness
- •Conflict resolution
- •Report writing
- •Emergency response
Qualifications
- •Security license (if required)
- •Background check
- •First aid/CPR certification
- •Previous security experience
